Sarah S. Timm, CAE, CMP-HC

President, CEO

stimm@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband, Josh; Daughter, Anna Rose; Son, Luke; 2 Boston Terriers, a horse and a fish.
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Too many to name...any mystery or true crime.
My favorite cause:  Room at the Inn
Why I work at PMG: I get to work with insanely intelligent client members and an amazing team of hard working, dedicated people.
Favorite Quote:  "Don't try to teach a pig to sing.  It wastes your time and annoys the pig."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Chasing a toddler at the barn or a horse show with my daughter!
Predictive Index Profile: Strategist - Results-oriented, innovative and analytical with a drive for change.

Ronnie D. Wilkins, Ed.D.

Director of Business Development

rwilkins@parthenonmgmt.com

Eads, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Elaine, Gina and Robert, Janis and Jason, Ben and Lindsay
Favorite Book:  Jonathan Livingston Seagull
Favorite Cause:  St. Jude Hospital
Why I work at PMG:  PMG is the fulfillment of a long standing dream for me.  A company with a mission and purpose that I believe in.  That is as committed to its public benefit as much as it is to its bottom line.  Where saying that we are like a family is really true and is not just a cliché.
Favorite Quote:  “Never wrestle with a pig.  You both get muddy, and the pig enjoys it.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  Probably working on the wildlife habitat on our farm, or occasionally on a cross country trip on my motorcycle.

Evan Dickert

Director of Information Technology

edickert@parthenonmgmt.com

Franklin, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Wife, Jessica; Dog, Perdy and One Eyed Cat Name Cyclopse 
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Podcasts - Love + Radio, 99% Invisible, This American Life, Bigger Pockets; Books - Autobiographies, Science or History Books. 
Why I work at PMG: Working with societies and members that are truly the best of the best and knowing that you are helping move that vision forward.
Favorite Quote: "Imagination means nothing without doing." - Charlie Chaplin, "Thoughts determine what you want, Actions determine what you get" - Thavius Beck
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Outdoors, working on cars, or on the lake sailing.
Predictive Index Profile: Controller - High quality, detail-oriented, and conservative with a preference for technical expertise.

Dawn Keglor, CAE

Director of Association Management

dkeglor@parthenonmgmt.com

Hendersonville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My husband Jim and my two four-legged boys, Vinnie and Jack
Favorite Book: A Liberated Mind by Steven C. Hayes, PhD
My favorite cause:  Make-A-Wish Foundation
Why I work at PMG: I work at PMG because I couldn’t imagine working anywhere else!  PMG is committed to excellence, growth, and going the extra mile for our clients and for each other. It’s a magnificent opportunity to come to work each day alongside colleagues that I respect and enjoy, interact with board and committee volunteers that I admire, and help to fulfill the significant missions we serve.
Favorite Quote:  “There are people who make things happen, there are people who watch things happen, and there are people who wonder what happened. To be successful you need to be a person who makes things happen.”  - Jim Lovell
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Usually running errands, enjoying antique and vintage stores or listening to music at one of Nashville’s many music venues!
Predictive Index Profile: Analyzer - Intense, high standards with a disciplined and reserved personality.

Lindsay Snyder, CMP, CMP-HC

Director of Client Operations

lsnyder@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My fiancé, Jordan, and my French bulldog, Chubz
Favorite Podcasts: Juicy Scoop by Heather McDonald and Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult
My favorite cause: The Elephant Sanctuary
Why I work at PMG: Our team is top notch! I also enjoy having an impact on the psychiatry and neuroscience communities by providing the operational management that non-profit societies need to make a difference in the field.
Favorite Quote:  “Love and do what you will.” St. Augustine
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Trying a new restaurant or cheering on the Nashville Predators in Smashville.
Predictive Index Profile: Controller - High quality, detail-oriented and conservative with a preference for technical expertise.

John White

Senior Project Leader

jwhite@parthenonmgmt.com

Family (with any number of legs): Ashley (wife), Abby, Liviana, and London
Favorite Podcasts/Books: The Kingkiller Chronicles
Favorite Cause: Humane Society
Why I work at PMG: Excellent leadership and open-mindedness. Our customers are among the kindest, most accommodating, and smartest humans on the planet.
Favorite Quote: “Sometimes it don’t be like it do, but it is.” -Oscar Gamble OR “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool.” OR “I’ve waited a long time to show these flowers how pretty you are.” -Kvothe
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Attempting to keep the kids busy and happy. or ideally traveling somewhere foreign with great food and great hikes.
Predictive Index Profile: Collaborator - A friendly, understanding, willing and patient team player.

Amy Black, CAE

Project Manager

ablack@parthenonmgmt.com

Family (with any number of legs): Husband, Aaron; son, Alex; Finn our golden retriever
Favorite books: Any historical fiction
My favorite causes:  Feeding America, local food bank support
Why I work at PMG: To learn from the best, work within an amazing culture, and deliver the highest value to our clients.

Favorite Quote:   "So often in life, things that you regard as an impediment turn out to be great, good fortune." Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Outside hiking and exploring with my husband.

Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating and analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Laura Leigh Blair

Volunteer & Project Manager

lblair@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Lillian Boeskool

Certification Services & Communications Coordinator

lboeskool@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): 3 soccer-loving, multi-instrument playing, involved-in-all-aspects-of-theater kids
Favorite Podcasts: “Judge John Hodgman,” “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me,” “Ask Me Another,” and “Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard.”
My favorite cause: Feed South Nash, a backpack program that feeds about 80 students at Shayne Elementary and Oliver Middle School every weekend.
Why I work at PMG: I love getting to balance between my creative and analytical modes.
Favorite Quote:  Basically anything from the movie “Bring It On.” Almost any situation in life relates to that cinematic masterpiece.
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Ideally at a concert or out with friends, but realistically shuttling tweens and teens to all of their activities.
Predictive Index Profile: Maverick - Innovative, "outside the box" thinker, undaunted by failure.

Jill Bracey

Project Coordinator

jbracey@parthenonmgmt.com

Family (with any number of legs): 2 sons, Storm (22) and Koal (17). 1 dog, Cedric, 2 cats, Christian Bale and Kwnn
Favorite Podcasts/Books: The Power of Vulnerability – Brene Brown
Why I work at PMG: The company culture is supportive and growth focused and the work that we do to support so many impactful societies is truly fulfilling.
Favorite Quote: “You can either be right or you can be in relationship, but you can’t be both”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: With friends and family, eating great food, listening to good music or hibernating with the latest comedy series.
Predictive Index Profile: Individualist - Highly independent and persistent, while remaining results-oriented.

Kelly Braniff, CAE

Project Manager

kbraniff@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband, 2 boys, and a hedgehog
Favorite Podcasts: No Such Thing as a Fish, Revisionist History
Favorite Cause: I am very involved with Saint Ann Catholic Church and my sons’ schools.
Why I work at PMG: I love the opportunity to provide excellent management to an organization with worthy mission.
Favorite Quote:  "Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History"
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Watching my boys play sports, camping, hiking, canoeing.
Predictive Index Profile: Specialist - Highly precise worker, skeptical while respecting authority.

Jasey Bratek

Project Manager

jasey@abpd.org

Family (with any number of legs): Husband, Kevin and 2 boxers, Millie and Zoey
Favorite Podcasts: Any crime podcast
Favorite Cause: Children’s Miracle Network
Why I work at PMG: PMG allows me to contribute my experience and skills in certification and the team challenges me to be more innovative in my role.
Favorite Quote:  "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Spending time outdoors with my husband and puppies.
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious and relaxed; a cooperative team worker.

Dorie Bridgeman

Certification Manager

dbridgeman@abpd.org

Nashville, TN CT

Predictive Index Profile: Specialist - Highly precise worker, skeptical while respecting authority.

Erin Colladay

Member Services Manager

ecolladay@parthenonmgmt.com

Franklin, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): 4
Favorite podcast: Men in Blazers
Favorite books: Educated by Tara Westover and The Chain by Adrian McKinty
My favorite causes: Tennessee Soccer Club 24 hour soccer-a-thon in support of childhood cancer
Why I work at PMG: The positive company culture. The culture is created by everyone’s collective efforts, to form the vision for what the company does and fosters an atmosphere in which people are proud to represent the company.
Favorite Quote:  “The most courageous act is to still think for yourself aloud.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: The soccer field, hiking, bike riding or skiing (in the winter time).
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Sheena de Giorgio, CMP

Project Manager

sdegiorgio@parthenonmgmt.com

Mount Juliet, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My husband and I have two sons, a daughter and a Rhodesian ridgeback called Simba.
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough.
Favorite Cause: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Why I work at PMG: Working at PMG allows me to have a balanced work/life schedule which in these days is very important.  I work with a great team of people who will jump in at a moment’s notice to assist anyone and every day I feel I learn a new skill that helps me grow either professional or personally.
Favorite Quote:  "Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings."  William Arthur Ward
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: On the weekends you can find us running from one sporting event to another to cheer on our children or taking Simba for a walk on the trails.
Predictive Index Profile: Persuader - Socially poised, risk-taker. A motivating team builder.

Nicole Greer

Senior Grants & Project Manager

ngreer@acnp.org

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband - Stephen, Kids- Connor, Ava and Emma Kate, Dog- Golden Retriever Luna, Ponies- Golden Grace and Macgyver
Favorite Podcast: OTIS/MotherToBaby
Favorite Books: Daring Greatly, Modern Parents Vintage Values, I Really Needed This Today, The Gift of Failure
Favorite Cause: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Why I work at PMG: It is work that matters and is so meaningful! So grateful to get to support the important work that our members are doing every day, and a privilege to work alongside some of the greatest minds in research and medicine. And getting to know our members when working so closely with them, they become friends. PMG is a work family for sure, with flexibility and terrific people to share your days with who help each other and work hard but play hard too!
Favorite Quote: “ Believe that each day is a gift and that every day miracles are scattered about if only we have eyes to see, and of all heroic pursuits large or small, believe that there may be none greater than a life well loved.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: With my kids at their soccer games, horseback-riding competitions, or playing board games.
Predictive Index Profile: Altruist - Congenial and cooperative with an efficient, precise work ethic.

Julie Hiscock

Member Services Manager

jhiscock@parthenonmgmt.com

Arrington, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband Craig, Daughter Amber, cat Sienna and American Quarter Horse Rose
Favorite podcast:  none – hooked on too many television series.
Favorite books: Anything by Clive Cussler and Nora Roberts.
My favorite causes:  Williamson County 4H (especially the Horse Project) and anything related to animals.
Why I work at PMG: The excitement, passion and love of their work exhibited by every PMG team member I interviewed with or spoke to about PMG.
Favorite Quote:   Your Strongest Muscle & Your Worst Enemy is Your Mind…Train It Well.  Unknown.
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  Horse shows and/or barn, winery, shopping or working on a home project. During football season watching college football on Saturday and NFL on Sunday!  Go Vikings!
Predictive Index Profile: Strategist - Results-oriented, innovative and analytical with a drive for change.

Jesse Howard

Project Manager

jhoward@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Parents, sister, brother-in-law, niece and nephew – Everleigh and Ryan, and the four-legged Sophie.
Favorite podcast:  Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me
Favorite books: Fahrenheit 451, Wicked
My favorite causes:  The Trevor Project, Habitat for Humanity
Why I work at PMG: Coming from a technology association background, I wanted to find an organization where I felt like my work is contributing to the greater good. I found that in PMG and the wonderful societies with whom we partner. Plus, the team is by far the most sincere and helpful I’ve worked with.
Favorite Quote:   "First, think. Second, believe. Third, dream. And finally, dare." – Walt Disney
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: On the lake, at a dirt track race or hanging with friends.
Predictive Index Profile: Altruist - Congenial and cooperative with an efficient, precise work ethic.

LaTonya Jackson

Project Manager

ljackson@parthenonmgmt.com

Lexington, KY ET

Family (with any number of legs): Parents, older brother, and twin sister
Favorite podcast:  I don’t have a favorite podcast but I listen randomly.
Favorite books: I don’t have a favorite book but thoroughly enjoy motivational books.
My favorite causes:  St. Jude, Habitat for Humanity
Why I work at PMG: PMG has a great family culture, and everyone is always willing to help. I love the passion and dedication by co-workers to succeed and make sure our clients are happy.

Favorite Quote: Carpe Diem! Everyday is a new opportunity to start fresh so make the best of it!
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Out and about! I love to be outside and enjoy seeing new sights.

Nikki Jackson

Chapter & Member Services Manager

njackson@parthenonmgmt.com

North Little Rock, AR CT

Family : The cool over the top Auntie to  4 Nieces 2nephews  2 great-nephews and 1 great- niece ranging from 27-1y. Holding this title is like being a mom without even having to get pregnant.
Favorite books: The Giving Tree- Shell Silverstein

My favorite causes:

• Black Lives Matter
• Anything that supports the care and concern of the Elderly, a population that often gets neglected and forgotten.  

Why I work at PMG: I am growing to really love working at PMG. PMG is a place that has a genuine concern and interest in each individual employee. We all have a voice!

Favorite Quote: “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world.”  - Miram Willson

I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”- Maya Angelou

Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hobby Lobby

Predictive Index Profile: Collaborator - Friendly, understanding, willing, and patient team player.

Allison (Ally) Jevens, MSW

Project Manager

ajevens@parthenonmgmt.com

Antioch, TN CT

Family: Tom (my dad), Heather (my mom), Emily (my sister), and our dog Buddy.
Favorite Book: House at Riverton by Kate Morton
My favorite cause: The fight to end Alzheimer’s. I have been able to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s that is hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association. I walk in honor of my grandmother, Ishbel.
Why I work at PMG: I work at PMG because it allows me to feel like I’m making a difference in the non-profit world while also being encouraged to provide the best service I can.
Favorite Quote: “Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” - K.Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: During football season, you will find me watching the Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday and the Oakland Raiders on Sunday. Outside of football season, I love to spend time with my family and friends exploring where I live.
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious and relaxed; a cooperative team member.

Michele Lee

Member Services Manager

mlee@parthenonmgmt.com

Family (with any number of legs):  Daughters: Rachel (25), Rebecca (22).  Fiancé: Ray Powell and his daughter Leigh Ann (17).   Two cats:  Kovu (4) and Peaches (11).  Two Shih Tzu puppies born in Jun 2020:  Bo and Belle
Favorite podcast:  Anything on leadership and motivation. Or, about getting organized or simple hacks.
Favorite books:  I tend to lean toward the mystery / drama themes.  Mostly fiction but occasionally a true crime tale catches my eye.
My favorite causes:   I'm a Lifetime Member of Girl Scouts and have been in active leadership roles since 2002. I'm also a big supporter of breast cancer awareness, especially after my mom was diagnosed in 1995.
Why I work at PMG:  I love the collaboration and communication that takes place.  Everyone is definitely focused on the customer and tap into the resources of each staff to create a positive outcome.

Favorite Quote:   Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.  Winston Churchill
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  Hopefully outdoors camping / hiking or finishing up remodel projects at the house.  In the summer, definitely at the lake on our pontoon!

Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious, relaxed, and cooperative team worker.

Jessica Manley

Project Coordinator

jcostello@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Austin- Fiance Obi- Beagle Tobias- Cat
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Murder, Mystery, and Make-Up Mondays with Bailey Sarian/ Old Hollywood Biographies.
Favorite Cause: Wigs for Kids and American Red Cross
Why I work at PMG: The company came highly recommended by Brad McAlister and the team has been incredibly welcoming and helpful.
Favorite Quote:  "If one door closes and another one opens, your house is probably haunted."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: At home doing laundry and playing cards with my fiance.
Predictive Index Profile: Scholar - Accurate, reserved, and imaginative. Seeks a high level of technical expertise.

Brad McAlister

Project Manager

bmcalister@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My parents, Rick & Teri, my stepsister and brother-in-law, Sarah & Nelson, and of course my dog, Zach.
Favorite podcast: The Joe Rogan Experience
Favorite books: The Shack by William P. Young
My favorite causes: The Opioid Epidemic, Mental Health Awareness, and Pet Adoption
Why I work at PMG: Getting to be apart of organizations with experts in areas that are making huge mental health impacts on the world is an absolute honor.

Favorite Quote: “All men make mistakes but a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong and repairs the evil. The only crime is pride.” -Antigone & “The illiterate of the 21^st century will not be those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” -Alvin Toffler
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Working on my house, at the gym, or watching the game with friends and family.

Predictive Index Profile: Captain - Problem solver who likes change and innovation while controlling the bigger picture.

Chelsea McClain

Marketing Manager

cmcclain@parthenonmgmt.com

Macon, GA ET

Family (with any number of legs): Husband and four children + one obnoxious, but beautiful, cat
Favorite Books: Mastering Your Mean Girl by Melissa Ambrosini; Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand
Favorite Cause: Extra for the Homeless
Why I work at PMG: I'm honored to link arms with a great group of people who work incredibly hard to serve our clients.
Favorite Quote:  “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value." - Albert Einstein
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Reading and writing (to recharge my introvert nature); traveling, volunteering, and just being with my family.
Predictive Index Profile: Venturer - Self-starter, self-motivator, risk-taker with strong goal-orientation.

Laura Miller

Project Manager

lmiller@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family: Husband, high school son, middle school daughter, and geriatric dog
Favorite Books: I’ve started book groups in three different states! I love to read a wide variety of books.
Favorite Cause: Recycling and encouraging changes to create a more sustainable outlook for our home planet.
Why I work at PMG: Our clients are working to improve outcomes on critical mental and physical health challenges; it’s a privilege to support their efforts.
Favorite Quote: “What you allow will continue.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: At my children’s sports events, or a movie when I’m lucky!
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Kelley Norris

Sales & Marketing Manager

knorris@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband and daughter
Favorite podcast: Dare To Lead Brené Brown
Favorite books:  Practically any fantasy book
My favorite causes: The Equal Justice Initiative, Days For Girls International
Why I work at PMG: The amazing work culture and the incredible staff make me excited to go to work each day

Favorite Quote: “Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg; “You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt 
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hiking, biking, reading, crafting, and enjoying time with family

Erin Olinger

Project Coordinator

eolinger@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Two great parents and an older brother
Favorite podcast:  How I Built This
Favorite books: Harry Potter
My favorite causes:  MS Foundation, American Cancer Society, Take Flyte
Why I work at PMG: Nice people and fun challenges

Favorite Quote:   I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Sporting Events, Concerts, Camping, or on a Plane going somewhere new

Rebecca Perez

Sr. Manager of Education & Strategic Partnerships

rperez@parthenonmgmt.com

High Ridge, MO CT

Family (with any number of legs): Married for 41 years to David, three children: David, Jr (with the angels), Emily, and Andrew; two grandchildren: Julia and Michael, two dogs: Harry and Teddy, and two granddogs: Frank and Lemon
Favorite books: Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte
My favorite causes:  Charities for children, food banks, volunteer for COVID response in Missouri: have been asked to assist with vaccinations, assisted LTC facilities obtain additional PPE)
Why I work at PMG: The opportunity to continue to serve CMSA and create value for CMSA members

Favorite Quote:  “Women who behave rarely make history,” Laurel Ulrich
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: wandering in the woods, cooking, doing needlework, or hanging with my grandbabies

Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious, relaxed, and cooperative team worker.

Elizabeth Pulliam

Project Coordinator

epulliam@parthenonmgmt.com

Columbia, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): One husband, 0ne son, two pups, one cat and the fish keep dying.
Favorite Podcast: Serial
Favorite Book: Pride and Prejudice
Favorite Cause: You can rope me into almost anything by saying “It’s for the children” or “It’s for the animals.”
Why I work at PMG: Innovation, camaraderie and loyalty. PMG is like a bee hive. Everyone works to make sure it succeeds.
Favorite Quote:  “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”  “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”  “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – reason I got lost in the woods a lot as a kid
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Everywhere. But soon to be toddler basketball games and toddler gymnastics.
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious and relaxed; a cooperative team worker.

Laura Reynolds

Project Manager

lreynolds@parthenonmgmt.com

Thompsons Station, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): husband, Quint, little girl, Beasley, and fluffy dog, Tuli
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald
Favorite Cause: St. Jude
Why I work at PMG: I love working with societies that make a difference in people’s lives.
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Anywhere with friends and family
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious and relaxed; a cooperative team worker.

Gary Schechter

Website & Database Administrator

gschechter@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs):  Mother: Elvira, Father: Eric,  Sister: Elisabeth,  Vacuum: Roomba
Favorite podcast:   “Azure DevOps Podcast” -  They talk about new technologies in the Microsoft Azure world,  and interview developers/technology leaders about implementations they have done.
Favorite books:  Cats Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut and Tiger in a Trance by Max Ludington
My favorite causes:  LaunchPad (they work to shelter homeless youth specifically affirming for LGBTQ who are 120% more likely to experience homelessness)
Why I work at PMG:  Our clients goals always in some way involve enriching the world,  and that means that by us giving excellent service to our clients is helping make the world better.

Favorite Quote:   “The journey of a thousand miles beings with one step.” Lao Tzu
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  The Pool Hall or on a Greenway riding my bicycle.

Predictive Index Profile: Collaborator - Friendly, understanding, willing, and patient team player.

Christine Sharp

Senior Project Manager

csharp@parthenonmgmt.com

Franklin, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband and two boys
Favorite Books: Historical fiction
Favorite Cause: Child Abuse Prevention
Why I work at PMG: Opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest in the association management profession and in the industries or professions we serve.
Favorite Quote:  “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” – Vivian Greene
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: With family and friends
Predictive Index Profile: Controller - High quality, detail-oriented, and conservative with a preference for technical expertise.

Erin Shaw

Senior Project Manager

eshaw@acnp.org

Gallatin, TN CT

Family: Parents and two younger brothers
Favorite Podcast: Dateline
Favorite Cause: Make A Wish
Why work at PMG:  The satisfaction of being able to support these brilliant scientists and furthering the mission of their respective organizations. The PMG staff is really a family and we are always there for each other.
Favorite Quote: "Dance your own dance, sing your own song, speak your own truth, live your own dream."  (author unknown)
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: At home and church, spending time with family and friends, being outside, and enjoying life.
Predictive Index Profile: Guardian - Unselfish and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work.

Tricia Sullivan

Project Manager

tsullivan@parthenonmgmt.com

Mount Juliet, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Ryan (husband), Graham (son) and Lucy Panda (terrier mix)
Favorite Books: Turn Right at Machu Picchu by Mark Adams. I prefer non-fiction travel and political books.
Favorite Cause: Moms Demand Action
Why I work at PMG: PMG provides the opportunity to use my organizational skills to support mental health professionals in their mission and I have a passion for meaningful work.  I love being able to serve people and societies that are making a difference.
Favorite Quote:  “Don’t be so focused in your plans that you are unwilling to consider the unexpected.” – Elizabeth Warren
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Traveling, hiking or spending time outdoors with my husband, son and family/friends.
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Susanne Tomlinson

Member Services Manager

stomlinson@parthenonmgmt.com

Spring Hill, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Robert (husband), Axel (son), Jacob (son), Frank (cat)
Favorite thing to read: People Magazine
My favorite cause:  High Hopes for Kids
Why I work at PMG: I love working for kind people who work hard and have fun together!
Favorite Quote:  "If you can be one thing, be kind!"
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: At home, watching sports, running errands, dragging the 5 year old all over town, and anything with my family and friends.
Predictive Index Profile: Promoter - Casual, inhibited; a persuasive extrovert with a tendency for informality.

Juanita Triplett

Meeting & Project Manager

jtriplett@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband (Will) + our two cats (Boo & Ellie)
Favorite Podcasts: Call me old-school but I prefer tunes
Favorite Books: The Chronicles of Narnia
Favorite Cause: National Park Foundation + Humane Society
Why I work at PMG: I can put my skills to good use alongside a team so dedicated to the success of organizations with such meaningful missions.
Favorite Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Cheering on my Georgia Bulldogs, enjoying time outside or trying out a fun place to eat (with a patio please!)
Predictive Index Profile: Guardian - Unselfish and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work.

Elizabeth Wasternack, CAE, CMP

Senior Project Manager

ewasternack@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My husband, Olaf, and cat, Mila.
Favorite Podcasts: The Daily, This American Life, Radiolab.
Recent Books: The Island of Sea Women, The Goldfinch, The Overstory, Educated
Favorite Cause: Special Olympics
Why I work at PMG: It allows me to use my natural skill set to fulfill the mission of an organization that does incredibly meaningful work.
Favorite Quote: Can I just say any quote by Mark Twain or James Baldwin? They are all my faves????
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hiking, doing yoga, cooking, reading, hanging out with friends.
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Christine Wendy

Project Manager

cwendy@parthenonmgmt.com

Glenview, IL CT

Family (with any number of legs): 6 - for a total of 16 legs
Favorite podcast:  Ari Melber and NPR
Favorite books: The Alchemist, Life of Pi, Benjamin Franklin, The Four Agreements
My favorite causes:  Rescue cats and dogs, Local Food Pantries, Habitat for Humanity
Why I work at PMG: The PMG Mission, The People, The Clients & Their Missions

Favorite Quote:   My own about a moral compass: 1) Be impeccable with my word, 2) Don’t make assumptions, 3) Don’t take anything personally, and 4) Do My Best
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Recent past – Kids’ activities, explore Chicago, Current Times – Shelter in Place, Future – Heading to the Beach

Predictive Index Profile: Venturer - Self-starting, self-motivating, and goal-oriented risk-taker.

Julie Magill

Financial Manager

jmagill@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My parents, sister Melanie, brother-in-law Michael, niece Megan
Favorite Books: Sue Grafton mystery series, Cottonwood Summer, Little Women, Pride and Prejudice
Favorite Cause: Diabetes and Cancer research
Why I work at PMG: I like having a small part in the research being done by our clients. I also enjoy working with such a great group of people.
Favorite Quote: "After all, tomorrow is another day."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: At home, with family, church
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Ashley Mathews

Financial Analyst, CPA

amathews@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs):  7
Favorite Podcasts/Books:  Mysteries
My favorite cause: Underprivileged children
Why I work at PMG: Amazing people and flexibility.
Favorite Quote:  “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hockey Rink
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Darrin Quinn

Accounting Coordinator

dquinn@parthenonmgmt.com

Smyrne, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Parents, 2 Kids and 4 Grandkids all out of state
Favorite podcast:  None
Favorite books: Field of Dreams
My favorite causes:  Human Rights Campaign and the USO
Why I work at PMG: To work for an organization that is helping non-profits, so they can focus on their causes.

Favorite Quote:   “You can’t always get what you want” Rolling Stones
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  In the yard gardening or shopping.  Hanging out with friends.

Julie Cauthen, CMP

Meetings Logistics and Content Manager

jcauthen@parthenonmgmt.com

Family (with any number of legs): 2
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Anything Dr. Tony Evans
Favorite Cause: GraceWorks Ministries
Why I work at PMG: Sarah is a leader who is always fair and consistent. She establishes a culture where employees always know what to expect—and what is expected.
Favorite Quote:  "There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind." C.S. Lewis
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hanging out with my husband.
Predictive Index Profile: Specialist - Highly precise worker, skeptical while respecting authority.

Kristina Chazin

Meetings Manager

kchazin@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Mom, Dad and Little Sis (living in Philly) and my Nashville rescue pup, Tully ❤
Favorite podcast:  N/A
Favorite books: The Night Circus, The Harry Potter Series, Something Wicked this Way Comes, Ender’s Game, The Book Thief, Good Omens, + many many more!
My favorite causes:  The Four Diamonds Fund, Nashville Humane Assoc.
Why I work at PMG: The people! and the chance to be a small part of the amazing work our associations are involved in.

Favorite Quote:   “We’re all stories, in the end. Just make it a good one.” OR “You’re never fully dressed without a smile!”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Exploring the dog friendly trails with Tully, out on the lake, discovering new restaurants and breweries with my friends or curled up on the couch with a good book

John Denton

Meetings Manager

jdenton@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My one year old Labradoodle, Parker. My wonderful parents: mom, dad, step-mom, step-dad. My siblings: 2 sisters and 1 brother.

Favorite podcast:  Watch What Crappens, We Need To Talk About Britney, Girls Gotta Eat, and The NoSleep Podcast.

Favorite books: (Not much of a reader, so I will skip this question)

My favorite causes:  The Boys & Girls Club and Local Humane Societies

Why I work at PMG: As a Meetings Manager, I get to create experiences and memories for people. I love bringing people together. This is one of my biggest passions and I love having a hand in making that happen.

Favorite Quote:  “Be cool. Don’t be all, like… uncool.”- Countess Luann de Lesseps

Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hiking with Parker (my dog), trying out local coffee shops and restaurants with friends,  and watching endless hours of Bravo.

Katie Hefner

Meetings Coordinator

khefner@parthenonmgmt.com

Mount Juliet, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): 2 great parents, 2 awesome brothers, 1 wonderful boyfriend, 2 sweet pups (Tex and Yogi)
Favorite Podcasts: Lore, S-Town, Serial, anything true crime!
Favorite Books: Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes, Harry Potter Series, Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult (Really anything by Jodi!)
Favorite Cause: The Elephant Sanctuary, Nashville Humane Society
Why I work at PMG: The people! We have the best team that puts their heart into everything they work on and are helping make a difference every day.
Favorite Quote: “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow” - Audrey Hepburn
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Fishing, gardening, painting, or cooking with my family!
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious, and relaxed; a cooperative team worker.

Kara Moeller

Meeting Content Manager

kmoeller@parthenonmgmt.com

Antioch, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): I have a dogter named Luna – mini husky
Favorite Podcasts: Invisibilia, Savvy Psychologist, Hostage, Up and Vanished, Brave Radio
Favorite Books: ‘Natural Bravery: Fear and Fearlessness As a Direct Path of Awakening’ by Gaylon Ferguson, ‘In Praise of Difficult Women: Life Lessons from 29 Heroines who Dared to Break the Rules’ by Karen Karbo, ‘Becoming’ by Michelle Obama, ‘An Unquiet Mind’ by Kay Redfield Jamison
My favorite cause: Alzheimer’s Association or The Nature Conservancy
Why I work at PMG: I am passionate about non-profits and helping to make a difference. The day-to-day challenges keeps me motivated and knowing that the scientific conferences we plan can bring light to new ways of bettering someone’s life brings me joy. Being surrounded by other like-minded coworkers makes for a great work environment. I am thankful for the opportunities given through this company and the travelling perks are an added bonus!
Favorite Quote: “We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Local coffee shop reading a book, taking Luna for a hike, travelling to new places, exploring Nashville or exercising!
Predictive Index Profile: Individualist - Highly independent and persistent, while remaining results-oriented.

Jessica Nickerson

Senior Meetings Manager

jmathews@parthenonmgmt.com

Gloucester, MA ET

Family (with any number of legs): Husband: James; Son: Miles Ryder; Fur Baby: Waylon
Favorite Podcast: Armchair Expert
Favorite Books: Harry Potter (obviously), The Red Tent, Jane Eyre, & The Secret Life of Bees
Favorite Cause: Postpartum Support International and I’m just lucky enough to get to plan their Annual Meeting each year! They helped me through my postpartum issues and they are creating a movement to make postpartum care a priority all across the world.
Why I work at PMG: I get to work with amazing people! We have the best team and I get to put my heart behind the work of some amazing associations!

Favorite Quote:  "Live without fear and without reproach."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Hanging out with my pack, walking the beach/park and chasing a toddler!
Predictive Index Profile: Promoter - Casual, inhibited; a persuasive extrovert with a tendency for informality.

Kelly Phy, CMP

Senior Meetings Manager

kphy@parthenonmgmt.com

Dickson, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs):   Husband- Thomas, Son- Cantlon, 4-legged babies- Lois and Lola
Favorite Podcasts: Arm Chair Expert
Favorite Books:  Harry Potter Series
Favorite Cause:  Local Animal Shelter and Rescues
Why I work at PMG:  The people, both my coworkers and our members!
Favorite Quote:  “If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” Henry David Thoreau
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Outdoors with my family
Predictive Index Profile: Captain - Problem solver who likes change and innovation while controlling the big picture.

Sarah Steele

Meetings Manager

ssteele@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): My husband, Austin, and I have three fur children – two miniature Australian Shepherds (Kentucky and Silas) and a cat (Pocket).
Favorite podcast:  You’re Wrong About
Favorite books: Harry Potter Series
My favorite causes:  Hope for Fertility and Children’s Miracle Network
Why I work at PMG: I love bringing people together, and I’m passionate about PMG’s purpose to serve the medical community this way.

Favorite Quote:   “You didn’t come this far to only come this far.”
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends:  At the lake camping, traveling to new cities with my husband or just snuggling on the couch with our pets for movie night!

Tori Swinehart

Senior Meeting Content Manager

tswinehart@parthenonmgmt.com

Nashville, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Parents, brother and sister-in-law and a niece and nephew - Wyatt and Jolene.
Favorite Books: Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter series, anything fiction.
Why I work at PMG: So I can contribute in whatever way I can to our clients’ missions.
Favorite Quote:  "The best is yet to come."
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Traveling, socializing, or ballroom dancing.
Predictive Index Profile: Collaborator - A friendly, understanding, willing and patient team player.

Catherine West

Meetings Manager

cwest@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): 2 wonderful parents, 1 amazing sister, 1 awesome brother-in-law and 2 fun nephews
Favorite Podcasts: How I Built This with Guy Raz
Favorite Cause: Boys and Girls Club
Why I work at PMG: I have always loved watching people succeed personally and professionally. Working with PMG and non-profit groups, I am able to witness this firsthand. As a Meetings Manager, I work with each organization to ensure their conference goals are achieved efficiently and seamlessly. As part of a team, I coordinate events, from beginning to end, with detail. It is also my privilege to attend each conference to assist and oversee success.
Favorite Quote: "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen." - Michael Jordan
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Cheering on my favorite sports teams.
Predictive Index Profile: Individualist - Highly independent and persistent, while remaining results-oriented.

Rhiannon Bugno

SOBP - Managing Editor

rbugno@sobp.org

Frisco, TX CT

Family (with any number of legs): A husband, Michael, and 3 cats, Finley, Aris, and Mira
Favorite Books: The Wise Heart by Jack Kornfield; also anything by Joe Hill or Stephen King
Favorite Cause: animal rescue!
Why I work at PMG: Because I enjoy my job of helping to advance science through scholarly publishing.
Favorite Quote:  “The aim of life is to live, and to live means to be aware, joyously, drunkenly, serenely, divinely aware.” – Henry Miller
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Volunteering with my animal rescue group or playing games with family/friends.
Predictive Index Profile: Craftsman - Accommodating, analytical, producing highly precise and accurate work.

Rosa Garces

SOBP - Senior Publication Coordinator

rgarces@sobp.org

Grapevine, TX CT

Family (with any number of legs): Alberto is my amazing husband, Rebecca is 9, Victoria is 6, and Ada is our puppy!
Favorite Podcasts: So many to name!! Podcasts: I love This American Life, Serial, The Moth, and Story Corps
Favorite Books: I love Nicholas Sparks Jodi Picoult, Mitch Albom, and Malcom Gladwell books!
Favorite Cause: PTA and Education
Why I work at PMG: We were given the opportunity to join the PMG family by SOBP. I have loved being part of a larger group!
Favorite Quote:  “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart.”– Elizabeth Andrew
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Swim, Volleyball, Church, Brewery playing Trivia, and visiting with friends/family. I hope to add napping to this list!
Predictive Index Profile: Promoter - Casual, inhibited; a persuasive extrovert with a tendency for informality.

Lori Kunath

Editorial Assistant

lkunath@acnp.org

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Hank (husband), Quinn (17), Austin (14), Wesley (8), Lucy & Riley (pups)
Favorite Podcasts/Books:  Armchair Expert (Dax Shepard)
My favorite cause: Anything related to children (I’ve recently worked with St. Jude, TBCH, local schools, High Hopes).
Why I work at PMG: The fun, family atmosphere has always been a draw to this small company versus my previous work in large corporations.
Favorite Quote:  “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift of God, which is why we call it the present.”– Bil Keane
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: On the soccer field sidelines, traveling, swimming or hiking.
Predictive Index Profile: Guardian - Unselfish and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work.

Ellen Roberts

Editorial Coordinator

eroberts@parthenonmgmt.com

Brentwood, TN CT

Family (with any number of legs): Husband Anthony, sons Carson (19) and Jude (13), dog Prada, cat Moses
Favorite podcast:  Very Presidential
Favorite books: Historical Fiction
My favorite causes:  Graceworks Mobile Food Pantry, Pediatric Cancer Research
Why I work at PMG: Stimulating and interesting work. Innovative and supportive teamwork

Favorite Quote:   “To strive, to seek, to find and not to yield” Ulysses, Tennyson
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: Baseball fields

Predictive Index Profile: Specialist - Highly precise worker who remains skeptical while respecting authority.

Kelly Schappert

SOBP- Editorial Coordinator

kschappert@sobp.org

Family: Kenny and our two boys, Tripp and Liam. We also have two dogs, Maverick and Rosie.
Favorite Podcasts/Books: Girl Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis, Brené Brown TED talks.
My favorite cause:  Anything that has to do with Autism awareness.
Why I work at PMG: I originally worked for SOBP and the opportunity became available to join the PMG team.  It was a great opportunity for us to join everyone at PMG and continue doing what we love.
Favorite Quote: “The only way that we can live is if we grow. The only way we can grow is if we change. The only way we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed. And the only way that we are exposed is if we throw ourselves into the open.” — C. Joybell
Where You Can Find Me on The Weekends: You can find me with my family, going to the park or pool, depending on the weather.  We also enjoy going out to fun restaurants or grilling out at our house.
Predictive Index Profile: Operator - Patient, conscientious and relaxed; a cooperative team worker.

Glenda Stroud

Editorial Coordinator

gstroud@sobp.org

Frisco, TX CT